Disaster Competence Network Austria bridges scientific research and practical application in crisis and disaster management. Through knowledge and technology transfer, insights from basic research are translated into practice and made available to stakeholders in security and disaster management in Austria and beyond.
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DCNA News
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Hazardous Chemicals in Tunnels: “Blaulicht”-Article on CHEMATUN
How do hazardous chemicals such as gases spread in tunnels, and how can emergency responders meet these challenges? An article…
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Looking back at 2025: The DCNA Annual Report
For the DCNA, 2025 was once again a year of networking among a wide range of stakeholders – from science…
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Welcome to the network: FOUR PAWS International
We are pleased to welcome another associated member to our network: FOUR PAWS International FOUR PAWS is the global animal…
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New DCNA member: nast consulting
We are delighted to welcome nast consulting ZT GmbH as a new member of the network! nast consulting provides services…
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RT-VitalMonitor – Monitoring the vital signs of emergency personnel (“Blaulicht” magazine)
The new issue of the fire service magazine Blaulicht not only covers the recent record-breaking onset of winter weather, but also high-tech…
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Recording Available: DRR Lunch Talk On Avalanche & Glacier Research
The dynamics of hazards in alpine regions are undergoing fundamental changes – due, among other things, to progressive climate change…